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Your tour starts in Canmore, 26 km - 16 mi south of Banff the oldest and largest town in the National
Parks of the Rockies. Located 150 km (94 miles) west of Calgary, Alberta, Banff is situated in the scenic Bow Valley surrounded by Cascade Mtn, Tunnel Mtn, Mt. Rundle, Sulphur Mtn, and Mt. Norquay.

There is regularly scheduled air service to Calgary from across North America, with non-stop flights to Calgary from all major Canadian and many US centres, including: Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Dallas & Seattle. Additionally, non-stop international flights are available from London and Frankfurt.

A number of companies offer an airport shuttle service to Banff from the Calgary Airport. If you are flying home from Calgary Airport, a special transfer might be necessary to enable you to catch a flight on the same day as the tour end.

Canada

Canadian Rockies Cycling

7 Days

Dare to be adventurous. Experience the rugged wilderness of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks during the day while enjoying the warm, luxurious comfort of mountain lodges at night. Cycle lodge to lodge. Hearts will pound as you crest stunning mountain passes - offering unparalleled views of snow-capped peaks. Pedal past herds of elk and bighorn sheep, chance upon a grazing moose. Begin your exploration in Banff National Park, where towering mountains rise from the shores of turquoise-blue lakes. Cycle along the most spectacular road in Canada as you journey north to Jasper National Park. Gleaming glaciers, overwhelming vistas, enchanted forests and iridescent lakes. Rewarding rides through this marvellous UNESCO World Heritage Site provide an exhilarating sense of accomplishment that will last a lifetime.

Day 1

Arrival in Canmore.
This picturesque and authentic mountain town is enveloped by the
majesty of the Canadian Rockies. The Paintbox Lodge is located in the
center, close to superb restaurants and eclectic shopping. Optional warm-up ride.Distance: 9 km.*

Day 2
Pedal from Canmore to Banff along the newly paved Legacy Trail. Add-on ride to Banff Cave & Basin hisoric site and a paved trail through forest to Bow Falls. Dine in one of the many restaurants in historic Banff -we'll give you our recommendations. Distance: 24 km, elevation gain 30 m.*

Day 3
Pedal the scenic network of roads around Banff - exploring Tunnel Mountain and the oddly shaped Hoodoos. Add on a loop up to Lake Minnewanka, one of the largest and deepest lakes in the Rockies. Once known as Devil's Lake or Cannibal Lake, Minnewanka is the site of many ghostly occurrences in native legends. Perhaps visit the Banff Center, which has frequent films, speakers and musicians performing throughout the spring, summer and fall. Distance: 46 km, elevation gain 470 m.*

Day 4Begin your journey north along the Bow Valley Parkway to the staggeringly beautiful scenery of Lake Louise - the gem of Banff National Park. As you twist and climb along the Parkway take in the magnificent views of the Sawback, Sundance and the Massive mountain ranges. Upon arrival in Lake Louise, soak up the natural splendour, or take a canoe onto the lake. Ride Distance: 58 km, elevation gain 603 m.*

Day 5In the morning, cycle up to Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks (considered by many to be even more beautiful than Lake Louise). For the afternoon, we recommend a walk into the mountains and provide options to hike up above Lake Louise along a popular trail that will provide outstanding views of the area. Our dinner suggestions include our favourite – a local spot you might never discover on your own. Distance: 38 km, elevation gain 604 mand/or18 km hike.

Day 6Opt for a ride along the Great Divide Road. No longer accessible to cars, this bike route will take you over the continental divide where you can check out the monument that marks this watershed divide on the summit of the Kicking Horse Pass. Ridenorth along the Icefields Parkway as far as Bow Lake if you wish, returning to Lake Louise to finish your trip.Distance: 39 km, elevation gain 559 m or 78 km; 1120m.*

Day 7Today is your day of departure. Take a little time to explore before beginning your voyage home or onward to your next adventure. The Brewster bus departs from Lake Louise to Calgary and the airport.

*Distance and elevation gains may vary depending on hotels chosen for specific departure.

"The scenery was magical. Just when we thought we had seen the most beautiful lakes, we saw lakes just as beautiful, but with a glacier and waterfall added! We liked the difficulty of the tour. The rivers and mountains made all the uphills a pleasure."